Namita Nayyar:
Before starting resistance training, what are the key points to keep in mind? Ideal strength workout for a beginner looking for weight loss?
Daria Berenato:
Before any resistance training workout I do, (which is typically 6 days a week) I will warm up with some cardio/or dynamic stretching. I also am one of those people who believes although cardio is so important, I actually prefer strength training not only for aesthetic reasons but I also feel you can burn more calories that way as well. I typically use cardio as my warm up to the workout. I feel that the more I warm up my body and break a sweat prior to the resistance training the heavier and more efficiently I am able to lift.
In terms of ideal strength workouts for beginners, any step into fitness is great but some of my favorites are as followed.
- Single leg elevated DB squats (this exercise really makes your concentrate on your balance and also really isolates more of the glute and hamstring in the workout) -Reverse grip lateral pull downs, (I love these because on back day I love to hit my biceps as well and this exercise really does both!).
- Seated alternating shoulder press
- Weighted GHD (such a good glute, hamstring burn) -Kettle bell swings into a goblet squat
Namita Nayyar:
What does your first meal of the day look like? 5 foods to kick start the day?
Daria Berenato:
I am currently doing intermittent fasting so I will typically eat my first meal around 2pm. One of my go to meals on the road is a piece of whole grain/whole wheat toast, with avocado, two over easy eggs on top, and some Siracha! You’re welcome!
Namita Nayyar:
Do you advocate opting for cheat meals once a week? Cheat meals that you can’t resist?
Daria Berenato:
I do not believe in depriving yourself, I think super strict deprivation causes more cravings and issues down the line. So when I want a slice of pizza or a donut I have one. Well my tag team partner and best friend Mandy Rose and I host a weekly YouTube series called “Damandyz Donutz” which features our travels around the globe finding the best glazed donuts… I am also a Jersey girl so I can’t resist a good ravioli or an awesome pizza!
Namita Nayyar:
Three components that are key essentials in a wrestler’s fitness regime?
Daria Berenato:
I would say hydration, stretching pre and post-match, and learning how to sleep on planes!
Namita Nayyar:
You have a big fan following, what do you think motivates people to follow you?
Daria Berenato:
Honestly I’m not sure, I try to always keep it real and not take myself too seriously, I mean for God’s sake I host a donut show! Lol
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